I am also a Mormon and have used this manual extensively. They tend to deal with policy/operations/organization and some "sensitive" issues, as highlighted in some of the links. Overall they aren't juicy as has been stated, but provide principles and policies for local leaders to follow.
I think part of the concern may be with members of the church second guessing local church leaders by quoting "policy" which may lead to disputes/disaccord in a church which promotes peace, love and Christ-like attributes.
However, I've always wished to have an electronic copy of this manual... I hate carrying it around or forgetting this thing when I need it.
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I am also a Mormon and have used this manual extensively. They tend to deal with policy/operations/organization and some "sensitive" issues, as highlighted in some of the links. Overall they aren't juicy as has been stated, but provide principles and policies for local leaders to follow. I think part of the concern may be with members of the church second guessing local church leaders by quoting "policy" which may lead to disputes/disaccord in a church which promotes peace, love and Christ-like attributes. However, I've always wished to have an electronic copy of this manual... I hate carrying it around or forgetting this thing when I need it.